Accusation Legal Meaning and Definition

Here is a simplified definition of the legal term Accusation.

Accusation (noun)

1. A formal charge or claim made against someone, asserting that they have done something illegal or wrong. Often used in the context of criminal cases, where a person is accused of committing a crime.

   Example: John submitted an accusation against his neighbor for stealing his lawnmower.

2. The action or state of accusing someone or being accused.

   Example: Larry was under accusation for embezzlement at his former job.

Note: In legal scenarios, an accused person has the right not to self-incriminate, which means they don't have to make statements that could serve as evidence of their guilt.